Raspberry Pi has unveiled its own USB 3.0 flash drives, designed to offer high-speed data transfer and robust durability for its single-board computers. These drives are available in 128GB and 256GB capacities, priced at $30 and $55 respectively. (raspberrypi.com)
Key Features:
- High-Speed Performance: The 128GB model delivers sustained sequential write speeds of up to 75MB/s, while the 256GB variant reaches up to 150MB/s. (raspberrypi.com)
- Durable Design: Encased in an all-aluminum enclosure, these drives are built to withstand daily use and occasional mishaps. (pcworld.com)
- Advanced Data Protection: The drives incorporate a pseudo-SLC cache to enhance performance during short write bursts. Data written to this cache is later moved to higher-density QLC flash, which operates at lower speeds. This design allows the drive to reach very high sequential write speeds for limited periods. (helpnetsecurity.com)
- Resilience to Power Loss: Extensive testing has confirmed that the drives can handle sudden disconnections and power failures, ensuring data integrity under various conditions. (helpnetsecurity.com)
- Energy Efficiency: The drives support USB 3.0 U1/U2 idle power-saving modes, minimizing energy consumption when not in active use. (raspberrypi.com)
- SMART Health Reporting and TRIM Support: These features allow users to monitor the drive's health and maintain optimal performance over time. (raspberrypi.com)
These flash drives are optimized for use with all Raspberry Pi computers, making them ideal for storing, transferring, and backing up data, as well as installing and running operating systems. (raspberrypi.com)
The Raspberry Pi Flash Drive is available now from Raspberry Pi Approved Resellers at $30 for the 128GB version and $55 for the 256GB option. (raspberrypi.com)
Raspberry Pi Introduces High-Performance USB 3.0 Flash Drives:
- Raspberry Pi Flash Drive available now from $30: a high-quality essential accessory - Raspberry Pi, Published on Wednesday, January 21
- Raspberry Pi launches a USB flash drive that won't flake under pressure | PCWorld
- Raspberry Pi now offers a branded USB flash drive, starts at $30 - Help Net Security, Published on Friday, January 23